Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

by Martin-Gay, Elayn

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0321785045

ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 2 - Section 2.1 - Linear Equations in One Variable - Exercise Set - Page 56: 62

Answer

x=4

Work Step by Step

Original equation -4(2x-3)-(10x+7)-2=-(12x-5)-(4x+9)-1 Distribute -8x+12-10x-7-2=-12x+5-4x-9-1 Combine like terms -18x+3=-16x-5 Add 18x and 5 to both sides 2x=8 Divide both sides by 2 x=4

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